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    Current volume of pilgrims on Salvador?

    Last May I hiked the Salvador with a friend. We saw a total of 4 pilgrims. These were 1 pair of friends, and 2 others walking solo. We spent 1 night with the 2 solo hikers. They rest of the walk we were the only pilgrims. If you want to be alone in the mountains, and avoid the crowds, it's...
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    Where to Buy Trekking Poles in Leon on Sunday?

    I faced that issue last year. So I asked around in Leon. Ended up buying a wooden staff. It worked great.
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    Camino de San Salvador

    I went with a friend last May. We saw 4 pilgrims the entire hike. Very well marked. Beautiful. Use Endor's guide, make reservations, take snacks and dress warm. I'm 67. I'd love to do it again.
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    Suggestions on getting from Madrid airport to Leon?

    Taxi to train station, 15 mins, then RENFE train north to Leon
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    Monasteries on the Norte

    The Convent in Laredo was a most memorable stop for us. Notable because of the hospitality, singing, pilgrim service, and communal meal. The sisters prepared soup and bread. While the pilgrims went into town to purchase food to share. Afterwards, we all cleaned the dining room. It was great.
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    Packing, and what to do with luggage during Camino starting in Leon?

    Cut your items to o minimum. A small carry on suitcase or a medium sized checked suitcase, and a backpack is plenty for the Leon to Santiago walk. Leave the suitcase at the hotel in Madrid. Or send it via Correos to Ivar in Santiago. Or take the suitcase along and use a luggage transport...
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    Fly to Asturias or Santander airport to get to Leon?

    I did it 2x this year. Flew to Madrid. Then took a fast train from Charmartin Station to Leon for maybe 3 hrs. Easy, cheap, simple.
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    Salvador/Primitivo vs. Salvador/Norte (Aviles)

    We finished the Salvador and Primitivo this morning. Great weather all thru them both. Awesome walks, mountains and people. What a journey!!!
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    Salvador/Primitivo vs. Salvador/Norte (Aviles)

    I did the Salvador about a week ago. Quiet solitude, beautiful. The Primitivo has more pilgrims but it's not crowded. There are some cities like Oviedo, Lugo, Melide, and Santiago. You will encounter pilgrims in the cities. It also has smaller towns like Ferriere and Tineo. The Primitivo...
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    Salvador/Primitivo in June... Will I be alone?

    We finished the Salvador about a week ago, in mid May. During the 5 days we saw a total of 2 Spaniards and 2 Fins on the Salvador. In many of the towns we passed thru, we never saw any townspeople. It's quiet, beautiful, tough and an offering of solitude.
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    LIVE from the Camino BobY333 on the San Salvador (otra vez!)

    What's the temperature like?
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    LIVE from the Camino BobY333 on the San Salvador (otra vez!)

    Keep the info coming!!! Thx for every word!!!
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    LIVE from the Camino BobY333 on the San Salvador (otra vez!)

    This all sounds great and is a big help! I'm starting the Salvador on May 19. Anything you can share with me will be appreciated! Buen Camino!!!
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    Just back from Salvador: Luggage transfer report

    Thats a great idea and great assistance! THX!!!! BUEN CAMNO!!!! I hope you took the snow with you.
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    baggage service on Salvador?

    Does anyone know of a baggage carrier service on the Camino Salvador? Thx for your assistance.
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